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08-22-2007, 05:30 PM | #1 |
tire size
so i've decided to go with df210 and 15 inch wheels
for my tires, should i go with 195/55/15? or maybe a 205? can you share some experience on this? thanks
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08-22-2007, 05:40 PM | #2 |
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I think 205/50's would work really well for you.
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08-22-2007, 08:42 PM | #3 |
Hi!
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08-23-2007, 01:36 AM | #4 |
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here, the YW wheel and tire guide
http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5021
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08-23-2007, 09:16 PM | #5 |
thanks
i looked at that chart 205 50 16 611.40 24.071 or 205 50 15 586.00 23.071 is better with DF210???
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With 15's and 205/50's, you don't need to worry too much about the wheel offset because of the short tires. However, if you want to run 16x7's with 205/50/16's, then wheel offset is critical. To avoid rubbing problems, don't run less than ET42mm. If you choose to install wheels with ET38-40mm, then you should go with 195/50's or 205/45's. |
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08-23-2007, 10:50 PM | #7 |
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205/50R16 would be better because personally I would not want the other size because it is much smaller of a size, and that is not my cup of tea
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08-23-2007, 11:17 PM | #8 |
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This is the Toyota Vitz OEM wheel and tire size: 16x6, ET51, 195/50/16
Most (lowered) Vitz 16" tire upgrades are to 205/45/16. 195/50/16 is a very common tire size in Asia, but not here in the States. We've been installing 205/50/16's because they are readily available and really cheap. But, 205/50/16's won't work with DF210's and 16x7, ET38's, for example; you'll have to go with either OEM 195/50/16 or with 205/45/16's. These tires are not too short. |
08-23-2007, 11:26 PM | #9 |
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why tell him to run a +38 then? 205/50R16 would be perfect with a +42..... I am not saying they are too short... I am saying they are too short for my taste.... when you put a smaller tire on like that you just open the wheel gap back up, and that completely defeats the purpose of lowering your car in the first place....
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So, I'm not telling this guy to run ET38's, but you know yourself, BlackYaris, some guys just want a particular wheel regardless if it's the best offset for the application or not. So, if he chooses to run ET38-40mm, then he needs to think twice before installing 205/50's. Personally, I like 205/50's as well, so I would choose a wheel with the proper offset for that tire. |
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08-23-2007, 11:37 PM | #11 |
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True.....
+38-40 = 195/50 +42-45 = 205/50 problems solved :)
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